VAAL- Emfuleni Local Municipality says it is steadily improving its sewer infrastructure through a Section 63 intervention launched by the Minister of Water and Sanitation in July 2021. Working with Rand Water as the implementing agent, the municipality is upgrading major wastewater treatment plants, including Leeukuil, Sebokeng, and Rietspruit, while also restoring and maintaining key […]
VAAL- The Emfuleni Local Municipality has announced a strengthened partnership with the Vaal Business Corporation, Vaal University of Technology and ArcelorMittal aimed at improving service delivery for residents. The collaboration, formalised through memorandums of understanding since November 2023, brings together municipal structures and private sector expertise to support maintenance programmes, infrastructure development and key service […]
VAAL- Emfuleni Local Municipality has introduced a new JetPatcher machine to accelerate pothole repairs, with operations already underway in Vanderbijlpark. The initiative forms part of efforts to improve road safety and respond more efficiently to infrastructure challenges affecting residents. According to Roads Department manager Mr Masikela, the JetPatcher is specifically designed for patching potholes rather […]
FREE STATE- Water supply has been cut to parts of Bloemfontein following heavy rainfall that caused rising water levels in the Modder River. The increased flow has also affected the Rustfontein and Mockes dams, sending large volumes of water into the Maselspoort Water Treatment Works. According to the Mangaung Metro Municipality, the strong currents have […]
The growing number of potholes across Johannesburg, particularly in areas like Randburg, is raising serious concerns about declining service delivery and the state of municipal infrastructure. Despite the city allocating nearly R150 million towards road maintenance, residents say conditions on the ground tell a different story, with damaged roads, crumbling pavements, and little visible progress. […]
MIDRAND- The latest Johannesburg Water system update for Midrand, recorded on 30 April 2026 at 09:35, shows that the majority of reservoirs and water towers in the area are functioning well. Key systems such as Erand, Grand Central, Rabie Ridge, Diepsloot, and Steyn City are all supplying water adequately, indicating overall stability in water distribution […]
PARKWOOD- Johannesburg Water is currently on site at the intersection of Dorset Road and Denbigh Road in Parkwood to repair a burst pipe. The system has been shut down and drained to allow safe repairs, which will begin once the area is dry. After repairs, water supply will be gradually restored to avoid further bursts […]
BOKSBURG- President’s Coordinating Council (PCC) will meet on 30 April 2026 at 10:00 am at the Birchwood Hotel and OR Tambo Conference Centre in Gauteng to focus on strengthening South Africa’s water and sanitation services. The meeting will highlight government efforts to improve infrastructure reliability and long-term water security. Government has committed over R156 billion […]
BOKSBURG- South Africa’s ongoing water challenges have been elevated to the highest level of government through the National Water Crisis Committee (NWCC), chaired by President Cyril Ramaphosa. The initiative aims to coordinate urgent interventions to address worsening water supply disruptions and infrastructure failures across the country. The issue is expected to take centre stage at […]
BOKSBURG- Government leaders are set to convene for a high-level President’s Coordinating Council (PCC) meeting in Boksburg, Gauteng, on Thursday, 30 April 2026, as efforts intensify to address South Africa’s ongoing water challenges. The meeting will bring together Premiers, Members of Executive Councils (MECs) responsible for Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs, Mayors, Municipal Managers, and […]